Dr. Cairns is an executive leader in veterinary medical education and clinical excellence, with experience leading enterprise-wide education, quality, and professional development strategy across a national network of hospitals. She currently serves as President of the Chicago Veterinary Medical Association and adjunct faculty at Lincoln Memorial University with a focus on aligning veterinary education with real-world clinical practice to support practice-ready graduates and scalable, high-impact learning systems. Read more here.

Dr. Pickett brings extensive executive experience in veterinary medicine and a strong commitment to educational advancement and innovation. Known for leading multi‑state veterinary operations and integrating forward‑looking care models, she partners closely with academia and industry to elevate how knowledge is shared and care is delivered. As a Strategic Advisor, Dr. Pickett helps shape institutional partnerships, drives thought leadership, and expands our influence in veterinary education and market innovation. Read more here.

A recognized leader in veterinary instructional design, Dan brings deep expertise in curriculum architecture, learning psychology, and the science of how people learn. As a strategic advisor, he focuses on aligning content with university best practices—leveraging educational research, institutional data, and instructional design principles to support effective, learner-centered content development. His contributions ensure each learning experience is evidence-based, pedagogically sound, and built to deliver meaningful educational outcomes.